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The Effects of Dust Storms on People Living in Beijing: A Qualitative Study

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  • Zhaohe Chang

    (Teachers College, Columbia University, New York, NY 10027, USA)

  • Susan Bodnar

    (Teachers College, Columbia University, New York, NY 10027, USA)

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Dust storms, which are common aversive occurrences in northern China, result from high winds, dry soil or dust, and soil surface disturbance. Exposure to dust storms, regardless of duration, can induce varying mental and physical distress levels. Recognizing the urgency of comprehending the impact of dust storms on residents and the scarcity of information on their effects on the indigenous civilians there, this study aims to address this gap by qualitatively sampling 29 participants from Beijing, a typical city in northern China. The current study seeks to gain insights into residents’ dust storm experiences and explore their perspectives on effective coping mechanisms. The findings align with existing knowledge regarding the mental and physical repercussions of dust storms while identifying some emerging patterns of coping mechanisms already employed by residents in Beijing. Concerns regarding mental well-being, either directly influenced by the environmental conditions or indirectly stemming from disruptions to life routines on a broader scale, persistently dominate people’s perceptions of dust storms. New themes emerged following the step-by-step exploration of feelings and coping mechanisms. This study aims to enlighten the public about the ramifications of the dust storms in Beijing and advocate for essential policy support.

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  • Zhaohe Chang & Susan Bodnar, 2024. "The Effects of Dust Storms on People Living in Beijing: A Qualitative Study," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 21(7), pages 1-13, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jijerp:v:21:y:2024:i:7:p:835-:d:1423028
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